Not just a career — a way of life!
The UIC Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition produces leading experts in the fields of health, fitness and nutrition. We prepare students for successful careers in allied health or continuing their education with advanced degrees. Students learn with faculty who are leaders in their fields and passionate about their research to improve health and quality of life.
Our graduates work in fitness and wellness facilities, for major health care institutions, with athletes of all levels, for therapeutic and rehabilitation systems, and become entrepreneurs.
If you’re committed to providing quality care that enables people to live happier lives, you’re in the right place.
Nutrition programs and deadlines
| Program | Descripton | Fall | Spring | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS in Nutrition | An intensive study of biological and physical sciences applied to nutrients and human health. | Feb. 1 | Apply | |
| Minor in Food Science | Prepare for entry-level jobs in the food industry. | Apply | ||
| Minor in Nutrition | Learn principles of good nutrition and how to recognize misinformation and fad diets. | Apply | ||
| MS in Nutrition | Prepare for practice in health care or industry. Choose between our coordinated or traditional programs. | Jan. 15 | Apply | |
| PhD in Kinesiology and Nutrition | Prepare for a successful career as a researcher, educator or scientist-practitioner. | Jan. 15 | Apply |
Kinesiology programs and deadlines
| Program | Description | Fall | Spring | Summer | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS in Kinesiology | A gateway to any health care career. Become an expert in health and exercise. | Dec. 9 | May 5 | Apply | |
| Minor in Kinesiology | Learn the foundations of anatomy and physiology and become familiar with scientific literature. | Apply | |||
| MS in Kinesiology | Become a master practitioner in human movement through the lenses of biomechanics, physiology and psychology. | Jan. 15 | Apply | ||
| PhD in Kinesiology and Nutrition | Prepare for a successful career as a researcher, educator or scientist-practitioner. | Jan. 15 | Apply |
Tuition and fees
Tuition is determined by the University of Illinois at Chicago. You can find the most up-to-date information on the Admissions website.
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Financial aid
Funding your education can be complex, but we believe money shouldn’t be a barrier to reaching your goals. We’re committed to making college affordable by helping you through the financial aid process.
Loans, grants, scholarships and student jobs can make college more affordable and accessible. Familiarize yourself with the options available to you, and contact us if you need help.
Scholarships and awards
College-specific scholarships and awards
Students in good standing who demonstrate financial need are eligible to apply to college-specific scholarship and awards. For a full listing, visit the AHS tuition and aid page.
Program-specific scholarships and awards
We offer academic achievement and financial need scholarships and awards to students who enroll in our programs. We do not offer scholarships or awards to applicants.
Asha Panwalker Scholarship
The Asha Panwalker Scholarship fund is awarded to undergraduate and graduate nutrition students who have financial need.
Helen M. Barton Estate Fund Scholarship
The Helen M. Barton Scholarship Fund is awarded to students majoring in kinesiology.
Kinesiology graduate assistantships
We offer assistantships in teaching, research, or a combination of both. Teaching assistantships are in the lab sections of anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology, motor control and learning, or the two undergraduate fitness assessment courses. Research assistantships are usually in the lab of your advisor or a faculty member pursuing research related to your own. Assistantships are competitive, so submit your materials early for full consideration.
Kris and Savitri Kamath Scholarship
The Kris and Savitri Kamath Scholarship is awarded for academic excellence to undergraduate and graduate students in nutrition.
Phyllis and Sam Bowen Endowed Scholarship
The Phyllis and Sam Bowen Endowed Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate and graduate nutrition students who demonstrate financial need.
Undergraduate Research Grant Scholarship
The department has set up a fund to support the presentation of research projects for Kinesiology and Nutrition undergraduate students. We have allocated up to $500 per student, to be distributed to five (5) Kinesiology and five (5) Nutrition students per academic year based on total applications. Applications will be accepted during the fall and spring semesters and awarded during each semester. All applications received will be placed into a lottery from which the student will be selected to receive the funds.
Applications for Fall semester due by October 1st and applications for Spring semester due by April 15th.
Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship
Promising kinesiology students of sophomore standing or above who have demonstrated an interest in the research of movement sciences faculty may be nominated to receive a Summer Research Fellowship. Recipients work closely with a principal investigator and graduate students in a movement sciences lab on a project designed by the student and faculty member. Depending on the length and nature of the research experience, the fellowship may include a stipend, tuition waiver, graduation credit, or some combination of the three.
Questions?
Questions?
Understanding the financial process can be overwhelming, but we’re here for you. Reach out when you need help and we’ll make sure you get the answers you need.
You can contact Noreen Chap at:
Email chap@uic.edu
Phone 312-996-4600
Address 901 W. Roosevelt Rd.
337 PEB (MC 194)
Chicago, IL 60608
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